How Much Do Realtor Association Execs Pull In

(Mountain Lakes, NJ, September 21, 2017) — The nation’s 60 largest Realtor organizations pulled
in some $600 million in revenue in 2015, and they paid
their CEOs more than $20 million.

That’s according to Real
Estate Broker’s Insider’s annual analysis of tax returns
filed by national, state, and regional associations.
Most organizations’ 2015 returns were made public
this spring and summer.

The rising fortunes of Realtor associations underscore
a paradox in
the real estate industry. On the one hand, the housing
market is recovering, and Realtors remain loyal to
their local, state, and national associations. Member
support is underscored by bustling attendance at
Realtor conferences
and generous contributions to political action
committees.

On the other hand, brokers and agents complain
constantly about profit pressures, relentless
competition, and the cost of keeping pace with new
technology — even as their dues support several
layers of associations.

Click to see our interactive graphic showing revenue
and compensation for 60 large Realtor associations.